Tag: New York

CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz Visits Hudson Valley to Address Medicare, Medicaid Challenges

CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz visits Hudson Valley, NY, for discussions on strengthening Medicare and Medicaid, addressing workforce shortages, and improving healthcare access and affordability.

New York Mandates Insurer Coverage for Lung Cancer Follow-Up Screenings

Starting 2027, New York insurers must cover lung cancer follow-up screening and diagnostics without member cost sharing, following clinical guidelines and allowing insurer medical management.

New York Faces Major ACA Premium Hikes as Federal Subsidies Set to Expire

About 140,000 New Yorkers face nearly 40% ACA premium hikes as enhanced federal subsidies expire Dec. 31, with no Congressional deal to extend support.

New York Legislators Prioritize P&C Claims and Pricing Oversight Amid Affordability Challenges

New York lawmakers are focusing on enhancing oversight of P&C insurance claims and pricing to address the state's growing affordability crisis. Regulatory efforts aim to improve pricing transparency and fairness in the insurance market.

New York Faces Steep Long-Term Care Insurance Premium Hikes

New York's long-term care insurance market experiences significant premium increases due to rising claims and longevity, prompting regulatory and legislative responses. Learn about market challenges and policy developments.

New York Sets Uniform Standards for Hurricane Deductibles in Homeowners Insurance

New York's DFS issues uniform regulations for hurricane deductibles in homeowners insurance, effective 2026, standardizing definitions, notices, and application criteria statewide.

NY Appellate Court Reverses Criminal Conviction Over Speedy Trial Delays

The NY Appellate Division reverses a weapon possession conviction due to 33-day delay in trial testimony tied to Attorney General investigation, emphasizing speedy trial rights.

Mike Lawler's Opposition to ACA Affects Health Care Costs in New York

Mike Lawler's efforts to repeal and phase out ACA tax credits contribute to rising health care costs for New Yorkers during open enrollment, impacting insurance affordability.

Central New York Lawmakers Propose Bill to Strengthen Weather Disaster Preparedness

New York lawmakers propose legislation to support communities and improve local government readiness for frequent severe weather events, backed by state disaster data.

New York Faces Major ACA Insurance Premium Hikes and Coverage Changes in 2026

New York State braces for significant ACA insurance premium increases and Essential Plan eligibility cuts in 2026 due to federal subsidy cuts and budget reforms affecting low- and middle-income families.